Homeless man robbed at knifepoint on Milton Keynes redway

A homeless man was robbed at knifepoint yesterday (June 29) while he slept on a redway near Saxon Street, Milton Keynes.

The incident happened around 1am in the subway between Fishermead and Oldbrook. He was disturbed by three men all wearing masks, black clothing and gloves. They were all around 6ft.

The men demanded money, and one of them produced a four-inch knife.The victim pushed one of the men way and attempted to run off, but one of the assailants swung a knife at him, ripping a small hole in the victim’s clothing.The victim continued running towards Oldbrook. Nothing was stolen.

Anyone with information can call the 24-hour enquiry line 101 or, if you don’t want to speak to police directly, please contact Crimestoppers (opens new window) anonymously on 0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.